What does it take to be a Construction Champion? Welcome to Construction Champions Podcast, where the top minds in construction share the strategies, mindset, and innovations needed to win every day. Hosted by Ron Nussbaum, this podcast delivers real, unfiltered conversations with builders, contractors, home service professionals, thought leaders, disruptors, and visionaries who are redefining the industry. Join the Construction Champions movement. Subscribe now and be part of a community committed to building a stronger, smarter, and more successful construction industry.
Monika Zasada has spent over 25 years inside the construction industry, on every side of the table.
She’s been a GC, client, and owner’s rep, and now she’s on a mission to fix the broken process behind nearly every construction project. In this episode, Monika shares how misaligned expectations, competitive bidding, and poor communication lead to chaos and how her “project curator” method turns construction nightmares into action m...
Brian Seymour, founder of Springdale Custom Builders in Charlotte, reveals how his team delivers 10/10 results by running tighter job sites, setting clearer expectations, and building a vertically integrated operation.
From keeping subs happy to handing off his first project as a PM, Brian breaks down what it really takes to scale your construction business the right way. If you’ve ever wondered how to grow without losing control, ...
Recruiting in construction doesn't have to be a never-ending battle.
Ryan Hogan, Navy veteran and serial entrepreneur, breaks down the real reason most hiring fails and what to do differently. From EOS-powered systems to poaching top talent the right way, this episode will flip your mindset on what’s possible in recruiting. Whether you’re stuck thinking “there are no good people” or you’ve been burned by bad hires, this is the ...
Leanne joins the Construction Champions Podcast to challenge the biggest myth in business: that more work equals more profit. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but still stressed about money, this episode is for you.We break down the real reasons most construction businesses stay stuck in the cash-poor cycle and how to break free from it with a better mindset, cash flow clarity, and the right team around you.Li...
Joe Crisara has seen both sides of the trades, 24 years of doing it wrong, and 24 years of building wealth the right way. In this episode, Joe breaks down the brutal truth about why most contractors stay broke for decades, how they overcomplicate everything, and the simple, repeatable changes you can make to finally start winning. From sales communication to client trust, this is a masterclass in what it actually takes to succeed i...
What if the best person on your team is also the one causing the most miscommunication?
In this episode, Brent Lee, Marine Corps veteran and leadership coach, joins Ron to expose why communication is still the biggest blind spot in construction leadership. From decoding DISC assessments to building culture through values, Brent breaks down how mastering your own mindset can unlock a stronger team, happier clients, and fewer mistakes...
What if the real problem isn’t your marketing… but your mindset?CJ Stasik, CEO of 1SEO Digital Agency, joins us to break down how contractors keep burning cash on the wrong strategies. From lead gen to trust-building, CJ shares how to actually win online without throwing money into the void.Tune in and walk away with strategies you can put to work today.Subscribe for more:https://www.youtube.com/@ConstructionChampionsPodcastListen ...
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your business by confusing your audience?
Todd Miller joins us to break down what clarity really means in your messaging, why homeowners don't trust contractors, and how to finally separate yourself from the noise. If you're tired of losing jobs you should be winning, this episode is your wake-up call.
Watch now and learn how to turn confusion into conversions.
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Too many contractors are losing hundreds of thousands—and they don’t even realize it. In this episode, Jason Paris shares the costly mistake most contractors make that stalls growth, tanks profits, and destroys long-term success. If you're serious about building a business that thrives, not just survives, this episode is your wake-up call.Listen on Wreaths
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When a job goes sideways, what do you do? Rico León, host of HGTV’s “Rico to the Rescue” joins the show to share what really causes construction projects to fall apart and how to stop the chaos before it starts. From navigating client expectations to rebuilding trust, Rico reveals what he’s learned helping homeowners and contractors resolve disaster-level disputes.
If you've ever had a project unravel or a client turn against you, t...
Most builders wait too long to get clarity. In this episode, interior design expert explains why smart construction companies are bringing in designers early and how that one move saves money, time, and headaches.If you’re tired of delayed decisions, costly rework, or confused homeowners, this episode shows you how design-driven thinking leads to high-efficiency builds and happier clients.Learn how to:Use design to eliminate scope ...
In this episode of the Construction Champions Podcast, Lynn Wise shares how to bring order to customer chaos in construction businesses. From scheduling systems to simplifying service processes, Lynn breaks down what works and what doesn’t, when it comes to creating a smooth customer experience.If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to juggle customer expectations, team communication, and job tracking, this is the episode for y...
Most construction businesses struggle to get their team fully bought in. In this episode of the Construction Champions Podcast, Tanner Dieterich breaks down how ownership and collaboration change everything, from project quality to team retention. If your crew shows up but doesn’t show up, this episode is for you.Watch the full episode to learn how to build a team that acts like owners, not just employees.Comment your biggest takea...
What’s holding back most construction leaders? Their ego.In this powerful episode of Construction Champions, Brad Huebner shares how self-awareness, humility, and internal mastery are essential for leading teams, growing a business, and sustaining long-term success in construction.If you’re ready to challenge yourself, lead with intention, and build a culture of trust and respect, this is the mindset shift you need.Listen on Wreath...
Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/Sean Garner joins the Construction Champions Podcast to talk about a critical mindset shift: stop acting like a generic business and start building a brand. Whether you’re a contractor, builder, or business owner, this epis...
Ronhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-nussbaumhttps://www.ron-nussbaum.com/Website https://www.constructionchampionspodcast.com/BuilderComs: The Client Communication Hub for Constructionhttps://www.buildercoms.com/ Hiring more people won’t fix a broken business, you need real systems.In this episode, Derek Isaac, founder of Rapid Result Creators, delivers a masterclass on building a scalable, process-driven construction business that ...
Think your business has a great customer experience? Think again.In this episode, Blake Grewal, Founder of CustomerIQ, breaks down the real reason construction businesses lose sales and it’s not leads, it’s bad communication.From messy onboarding to bloated automations and unclear emails, Blake explains how simple shifts in your customer journey can unlock more reviews, more referrals, and more profit.He also shares how top contrac...
Feeling burnt out, stuck, or like your business is growing but you’re not? This episode will hit hard, in the best way.Business coach and mental fitness expert Fyfe Barraclough joins the show to talk about what most people ignore in construction leadership: you are the bottleneck.Fyfe breaks down why burnout happens to high performers, how your personal patterns sabotage your business, and what it really takes to lead yourself so y...
The construction industry is changing fast, AI, mixed-use communities, jobsite tech, and storytelling all matter now.In this episode, Joe Brady, commercial real estate expert and author of Workshop, shares how builders can embrace change, adopt smart tech, and lead with clarity in today’s fast-moving world.From managing billion-dollar retail footprints to revitalizing urban spaces, Joe brings a high-level perspective that every con...
If you want to lead better, sell more, and grow a strong construction business, it all starts with communication.In this episode, Mick Hawes, founder of Builders Business Black Belt, delivers a true masterclass on what separates the best builders from the rest. From mindset rituals and emotional control, to building real trust and creating unforgettable customer experiences, Mick shows why mastering communication is the single bigg...
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